Mockford (left) and Southall resident Soares-Abeka have been found guilty of murder (Image: Metropolitan Police)

During the trial, jurors heard Southall resident Soares-Abeka was the first to swing at Elijah, but it was Mockford who inflicted the fatal stab wound.

Detective Inspector Ian Lott, of Metropolitan Police's Homicide and Major Crime Command, said he hopes the verdict gives some relief to victim's family.

“Elijah was ambushed in a sudden attack by these two defendants and in an instant, the stab wound that would end his life was inflicted,” he said.

Elijah Dornelly died in hospital from his injuries (Image: Met Police)

“This is another tragic reminder of the sad consequences of disaffected young people carrying and using knives, seemingly without a thought for the repercussions, and the lives being taken and ruined by senseless violence.

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“I hope this verdict is well-received by Elijah's grieving family, who have acted with the utmost dignity since the murder and have shown immense bravery by attending the trial and facing the people responsible for Elijah's murder.”

Soares-Abeka and Mockford were found guilty by a majority verdict on Wednesday (November 29) and they will be sentenced at the Old Bailey on Monday (December 4).

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